Even the most high brow travelers - you know, the ones who opt for The Economist over US Weekly at the airport - can't help but be a little star struck when in Los Angeles. From seeing your favorite starlet grabbing coffee at The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf before heading to her Soul Cycle class or Tracy Anderson training session to watching Leo woo another model at Bar Marmont in the historically chic Chateau Marmont, you're bound to run into an A list star when you travel to LA.
Here are 5 places that almost guarantee a celebrity spotting.
The Ivy
Located just a few blocks from the Beverly Center, celebs flock to the Ivy, not for the food, but for the media attention dining on the patio guarantees. If there's a celeb couple battling break-up rumors, you can guarantee they'll turn up on the Ivy's famed patio. First day out of rehab, there's a good chance he or she will be dining at the Ivy. Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck did it in 2003, and Prince Harry and Cressida Bonas dined there in March. Reservations are required and prices are high. This is strictly "A List."
The Grove
A must see for anyone, this outdoor dining/retail/entertainment complex is a favorite of celebs. Celebrity parents are often found giving their kids rides on the vintage trolley, and having lunch in one of the complex's many restaurants. Shopping is upscale, but affordable, with stores at Nordstrom, TopShop, Barney's New York, and Michael Kors. Adjacent to CBS Studios, Mario Lopez often tapes Extra segments from the Grove between 9-3, and during the holidays, it snows.
Brentwood County Mart
Celebs explore the Brentwood County Mart every day, enjoying more than 20 boutiques, and six restaurants.The chicken from Reddi Chick BBQ is world famous. Jennifer Garner and her kids are often seen lunching there. A trip to the Brentwood County Mart is a casual, fun way to see celebs who are "just like us."
Rodeo Drive
Only three blocks long, Rodeo Drive is packed with high-end luxury shops and designers. Made famous by Julia Roberts in Pretty Women, this high end retail area draws celebrities of all varieties shopping at stores like Tiffany, Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior, and Hermes. Whether you are window shopping, or looking for a new Birkin Bag, a trip to Rodeo Drive is a must when you travel to LA.
Runyon Canyon
A trip to Runyon Canyon gives you an opportunity to get in a workout and spot some A-listers. Your challenge is trying to recognize them in workout clothes. With a laid back policy about dogs, and a close proximity to downtown LA, Runyon Canyon offers celebs 160 acres of outdoor space to hike, walk, and run. Scarlett Johansson, Fergie, Heidi Klum, and Ryan Gosling are often seen working out there. Add breathtaking views and you've got two great reasons to head out on the trails.
When your travel plans have you headed to LA, you'll have plenty of opportunities to spot some of Hollywood's best, brightest, and most notorious talent. If all else fails, make plans for a studio lot tour- and you'll see plenty of celebrities heading to and from work. See, celebrities are just like us!
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